UN warns Israel's war in Gaza could reverse decades of progress
Summary: The United Nations warns that Israel's ongoing war in Gaza could reverse over 69 years of progress in the region, affecting life expectancy, education, and income. The UN Development Programme states that without lifting economic restrictions, recovery may be impossible.
The conflict, which began on October 7, 2023, has resulted in over 42,000 deaths in Gaza and widespread displacement. The UN report indicates that poverty in the Palestinian territories has surged, with 74.3% of the population now affected.
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas claims Gaza is "no longer fit for life." A recent UN inquiry accused Israel of systematically destroying Gaza's healthcare system, while Israel's foreign ministry dismissed these claims as "outrageous."
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